Undercounter and built-in ice makers in kitchens, bars and outdoor kitchens fail for different reasons than a refrigerator ice maker: scale, drain problems and harvest faults lead the list. The Upper Arlington list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Upper Arlington
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Upper Arlington. 2 of them are based in Upper Arlington itself, and the rest are spread across Columbus (31), Dublin (2), and Westerville (2). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars. The closest is Dunham Appliance Repair Experts, about 0.6 miles away.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.8, 2.1 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 56 |
Closest matches for Upper Arlington: Economic Appliance Service (5.6 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.8 stars from 1,841 reviews); Dor-Mar Columbus Heating And Air (5.9 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.8 stars from 592 reviews, lists Saturday hours); YA Services Heating, Cooling, Appliance and Plumbing (7.7 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.9 stars from 976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.4 stars from 266 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Upper Arlington
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
Refrigerator ice makers fail for different reasons than standalone machines. If yours is in the refrigerator door or freezer, the ice maker repair page for Upper Arlington is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Upper Arlington.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
Use copper or PEX tubing for the ice maker connection; polyethylene tubing and piercing-type or small saddle valves are not recommended because they restrict flow and clog more easily. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Upper Arlington, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Upper Arlington
Most ice machine calls in Upper Arlington come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Upper Arlington Repair Technician
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Upper Arlington, OH
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Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
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Ice Machine Repair Near Upper Arlington
Write down the brand, model and serial number from the label behind the front grille or inside the door, and note any blinking light or code. It saves a Upper Arlington technician a trip for parts.